Top Ten Employers for Visible Minorities in Management
6. Amex Canada Inc., Markham, Ont.
Founded in 1850, American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel and financial services company. It is a global leader in charge and credit cards, travellers cheques, travel, financial planning, investment products, insurance, accounting and international banking.
Amex Canada Inc. is a leading provider of travel related services in Canada and assists companies in managing and controlling their business and travel expenses. AMEX Bank of Canada is the issuer of American Express Cards in Canada. Both companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of the New York based American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.
Employees:
With headquarters in Markham, Ontario, Amex Canada Inc. and AMEX Bank of Canada employ about 3,000 Canadians in 13 cities coast-to-coast.
American Express prides itself on giving their employees respect, recognizing achievements, supporting efforts to succeed. The company provides growth and challenges for their employees, but it also understands that work is only one aspect of life.
The American Express Canada workforce represents the diversity of the community in which the company does its business. It encourages all employees to share their unique ideas and perspectives.
Work life:
American Express Canada’s facilities include a full-service cafeteria, gym, ATM, and free parking. The atmosphere is relaxed with a business casual dress code in effect.
The company believes strongly in work life balance issues; therefore, it allows for job flexibility for employees.
When the company is successful, American Express employees share in this success, with benefits programs tailored to individuals and innovative employee stock ownership plans. Moreover, the company has employee recognition programs – “Shining Stars” and “Bright Ideas.”
Professional development and continuous learning are also encouraged so that employees can enrich their skills and take advantage of career opportunities.
Website: http://www.americanexpress.ca
Career Information: http://www10.americanexpress.com/sif/cda/page/0,1641,13555,00.asp?ca_en_nu=footer
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